FAQ
CAN I REGISTER ON RACE DAY?
Yes, you must register on your phone using the RunSignup site. It may be crowded, and you may not receive your preferred shirt size, so we encourage you to REGISTER EARLY.
WHAT IS THE REFUND POLICY?
Floppin' Flounder adheres to standard running industry policy which dictates that registration fees are non-refundable and we do not offer deferrals.
If you cannot make the run, your money does go to a good cause- the Sullivan's Island Fire and Rescue.
You may transfer your registration to another runner without charge. Click here or, in your RunSignUp account, click on "Profile," find the race on the "Upcoming Events" tab and click on "Manage Registration" to transfer your registration.
CAN I JUST GIVE MY BIB TO SOMEONE ELSE?
NO. If someone runs under another person's bib/name/date of birth is an immediate DQ - Disqualification. You MAY transfer your bib to another runner for no charge before packet pickup. To transfer your registration to another runner go to your Run Signup account and click on your Profile. Find the face on the Upcoming Events tab and click on Manage Registration to transfer yout registration to another runner.
IS THERE A TIME LIMIT FOR THE 5K?
Yes, all runners must be off the course be 9:30 AM.
ARE T-SHIRTS INCLUDED IN THE REGISTRATION FEE?
Yes, as long as you select a size when you register.
DO I GET A SHIRT IF I DON’T PICK UP MY PACKET?
No, you do not get a shirt if you do not pick up your packet. You may have a friend or family member pick it up for you. We will not mail shirts.
WHAT IF MY SHIRT IS THE WRONG SIZE?
You can exchange your shirt for a different size at the end of the race, provided we have the size you need. A member of the event staff will help you.
ARE AWARDS BASED ON GUN TIME OR CHIP TIME?
Overall awards are based on gun time.
Age group awards are based on chip time.
WHAT IF IT RAINS OR THE WEATHER IS BAD?
The event will take place rain or shine. There will be no weather-related refunds.
The event can be canceled if the Race Committee determines the course is unsafe due to poor weather conditions.
ARE WALKERS, STROLLERS OR DOGS ALLOWED?
Walkers and strollers are allowed in the 5K. There is a separate Walk division you can register for as well.
All walkers and strollers must start at the back and must be off the course in 1.5 hours.
Dogs are NOT allowed on the course or in the start/finish area due to the heat at that time of year and our liability insurance conditions.
IS THE COURSE CERTIFIED?
Yes.
WILL RACE PACKETS BE MAILED?
Race packets will not be mailed but can be picked up at packet pick-up by a friend or family member.
WHERE DO I PARK?
Parking is allowed along any right of way roadway, as long as the area is free from "No Parking" signs. There is additional parking near Battery Jasper and Fort Moultrie. Please be mindful not to block any of the residents' access to their driveways or homes. There is additional information in the Parking section of the website.
Vehicles must have all four tires off of the roadway/pavement including golf carts.
IS THERE A POST-RACE AWARD CEREMONY?
Yes, there will be a post-race awards ceremony around 9:00 AM.
Awards for overall finishers, masters, grand masters and senior grand masters, and age group awards from age 14 and under to age 80 and above in 5-year age groups.
Also, the fastest boy and girl aged 12 and under will receive the Peyton Moore Award.
CAN I PICK UP ANOTHER RUNNER'S PACKET?
Yes, you may pick up another runner’s packet.
